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Plugging in Shure SM58 XLR Cable

Introduction

The function of a XLR cable is to carry a balanced audio signal. It connects in the bottom of the microphone to the XLR microphone connector.

  1. Plugging in Shure SM58 XLR Cable, XLR Cable Plug In: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Make sure you have a proper three pin XLR cable.

    • Grab the female end of the cable (plug with three holes).

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  3. Plugging in Shure SM58 XLR Cable: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Line up the pins in the end of the microphone (microphone connecter) with the holes in the XLR cable.

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  4. Plugging in Shure SM58 XLR Cable: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Once the pins are aligned, push the cable into the bottom end of the microphone. You should hear a click.

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Conclusion

To disconnect the cable from the microphone, follow the instructions in reverse.

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When disconnecting the cable - press the little latch (pointing towards you in the last picture) to release and then pull the cable out.

harrywwc - Reply

Is this April's fool? XD

s6963172 - Reply

how i repair the PG48 the XLR conector moves in and out when the cable ar plugged. The conector male in the microphone have an screw but that one not works...

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Santiago Morales - Reply

I know a few people who would see this and still screw it up.

jimboc - Reply

do it in reverse? you have to press the button though on the male end...

Michael Fox - Reply

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